Pariaman

The city extends along 12 kilometers of coastline and encompasses four districts: South, Central, East, and North Pariaman.

In the 16th century, Pariaman functioned as a major port for Minangkabau settlements, facilitating trade between the interior highlands and maritime merchants.

The Tabuik festival, introduced in 1818 by Indian soldiers, involves carrying ceremonial structures through the streets before submerging them in the sea.

The city connects to other regions through Minangkabau International Airport, located 25 kilometers away, and regular train services to Padang.

Agriculture dominates the economy with 79 percent of the land dedicated to farming activities across the 73 square kilometer territory.

Location: West Sumatra

Inception: July 2, 2002

Elevation above the sea: 4 m

Shares border with: Padang Pariaman

Website: http://kotapariaman.go.id

GPS coordinates: -0.62611,100.12056

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:19